JOHN WATSON, 3 d Compagnie, Veroli to Edward T. O’Connor, August 30, 1866
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Dear Sir: Will you be so kind as to send me a French and English grammar—the best method you have. I think Ollendorf’s is most in use. When I come to Rome I will settle with you. I shall be in in the course of two or three weeks. If you should have the time to reply to me, please give me all the news you can. By so doing you will greatly oblige your friend,
Edward T. O’Connor, Esq.
About twelve months ago Mr. Surratt came to Rome under the name of Watson. In Canada he procured letters from some priests to friends in England. Having left England for Rome, he got letters for some people here, among others for Rev. Dr. Neane, rector of the English college. Being detained for some days at Civita Vecchia, and having no money to pay his expenses there, he wrote to Dr. Neane, from whom he received fifty (50) francs.
On his arrival here he went to the English college, where he lived for some time. After that he entered the Papal service.